County Durham's Families Information Service

We offer confidential emotional support on a wide range of issues to people of all ages, particularly those who are socially isolated, vulnerable or at risk. Using telephone support, email and postal support we can support you before you reach the point of crisis.We also keep a database…

Admin: 01708 765 222
Helpline: 01708 765 200

We provide grants to fund or part-fund short breaks for those, including carers, of any age, living in England and Wales. There is a smaller fund that will provide a grant for a piece of essential equipment if the recipient has a severe and enduring…

07768 742 940

If you're aged 25 and over, unemployed and live in County Durham, we could offer you help and support to get back into work or start your own business. Looking for work can be difficult, especially if you have been out of work for a…

03000 262 009

ACLT is a 40+ time award-winning charity committed to providing hope to patients living with blood cancer and illnesses where a matched donor (stem cell, blood, or organ) is required to save a life. Our work is driven by a belief that no one should…

0203 757 7700

At any given time up to 40% of adults and 50% of children (this rises to 80% with a SEND diagnosis) have difficulties with their sleep. Yet in a recent survey, almost 60% of adults felt there was a lack of support for sleep issues.…

03303 530 541

We provide information, education and support to those affected by ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy complications and to the health professionals who care for them. We aim to: raise awareness of ectopic pregnancy among the medical profession and general public promote Best Practice provide…

0207 733 2653

PANS (paediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric syndrome) and PANDAS (paediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric syndrome associated with strep) are devastating neuropsychiatric conditions that are currently poorly recognised, diagnosed and supported both medically and in schools. One estimate suggests that up to 1 in 200 children suffer from this condition. Resources for parents including diagnostic criteria and details of local support…

07425 856 181

We are a charity aiming to provide help and support to people aged 16+ in Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland, Teeside and County Durham whose lives are affected by mild to moderate eating distress or eating disorders. We do this by providing a range of services including counselling,…

0191 221 0233

Our LCBC Eco Market is a small ‘store’ open to ALL members of the community and aimed at reducing food, non-food and plastic waste whilst helping everyone to save money. By helping change mindsets over using surplus foods, we not only hope to reduce perfectly…

07507 666 805

If housing is a problem for you, it's important that you seek advice and support as soon as possible. Our Housing Solutions service have developed a range of services to help you find and keep a home. Please see our website for further details.

0808 1968 406

County Durham's Families Information Service

SupportLine

Victoria Convalescent Trust

Employability Durham

ACLT Charity - Give Hope, Gift Life

National Sleep Helpline

Ectopic Pregnancy Trust

PANS/PANDAS UK Charity

Eating Distress North East

LCBC Eco Market

Housing Solutions - Homelessness advice and support

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